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In a way, it was comforting to see many users gathered at the same place, probably with an objective in goal: to stop whatever plans Zachary had scheming up to now. There were right now five Users, of different nature and abilities, united as a group, though Shunnosuke hardly would call them his peers. If anything, they were temporary allies to be used in order to prevent the worse from happening in Azores out of a patriotic, guardian-like feeling, nothing else.

He was ready to demand his Persona to cast another of her magic tricks on Analee, if it weren't for her sudden change of pace. Of course he already registered her odd behavior as a silent individual, one who barely speaks and prefers to let her actions make her presentation, but even for what the Kurosawa could state, she was awfully...quiet. Paying a closer attention to the girl, she seemed interested, for some unknown reason, in one person out of everybody who antagonized her: the glasses young man. The same person he initially recognized as familiar, even though his memory failed to bring up the certain occasion that evoked such weird feeling. Even more bizarre was the fact that, despite being hot-tempered and foul-mouthed as far as Shunnosuke could analyse, he was not interested in fighting anymore. Almost as if something clicked him to stop.

— ... — Now it all made sense. He has not personally met Ananke, but he knew very well who the Primordial was and his past effort in unleashing chaos in Azores and, specifically, at Zela Academy. But...wasn't Ananke defeated? Weren't all the Primordials defeated? So...how would this guy's theory make any sense? Isn't that why Hyde sacrificed himself for? — W-what? You can't be serious, do not play with something like this! — That was some serious accusation. Implying Ananke was ressurected means a number of things to Shunnosuke: the return of the Event, a way to control Primordials and bend their powers to their own benefits which is, according to Joshua, what Zachary is doing...and the power to bring people back to life. Could it be possible? So, does that mean he could...?

A certain green-haired man made his way through the crowd gathered in Standansen. He looked much more weary than the last time we saw him in Lunapa. Predicting land routes being completely collapsed, he had risked making his way through the sea instead. Who knew what kind of horrors had made their way to the depths, but it'd have been impossible to make it by foot in time.

But it was not demons' he had to be afraid about. As he approached the coast the roiling waters had dragged him, making his crash against the jagged reefs of the island, causing it to get stuck in the process. Luckily Taiki was an excellent swimmer, having navigated even among the submarine tangle of rocky spires. The rest is, well, history.

And now here he stood now, bruised and bloodied from a multitude of cuts, his soaked clothes slightly tattered and exhaustation plaguing his feverish gaze, but the desire to rescue his loved ones still burning bright in his heart.

Still, he wasn't foolish enough to try break into the Azores Prison all by himself. He needed some kind of help. Hell, he couldn't even be sure his mother was still there, in which case odds were his mother had taken refuge in the apparently safe town, perhaps she even was among the crowd, just a few steps away.

... Nah, life was never that easy.

Regardless, he'd do well to try and get a gist of what was going on, it was his only chance to succeed.

This Zachary though. He only spoke of class struggle, of revolution. Taiki couldn't believe his ears. This man actually wanted to use the demons as pawns to commit genocide and these people were actually cheering.

Taiki felt physically ill. To think something so ugly, so unbecoming could actually be inside of people. In any case he instantly disliked Zachary and wanted nothing to do with him or his followers.

Taiki was ready to leave to go search elsewhere, but then his attention was caught by a small ruckus among the crowd.

He didn't have time to even get a good look at what was happening before all hell broke loose. Convoked by Zachary a strange woman appeared, and at his command, the woman attacked.

We say attack, but what she actually did was too horrifying to merely call it "attack". Some kind of malevolent entity appeared behind her, an reaching towards the rabble its hands deformed, spreading lattice made of its own flesh over their heads before trapping its victims, who knew with what purpose.

The young man got out of the way instentively, and he did good because it wasn't long before others joined the fray. They came forth from the crowd, calling forth champions of their own to fight back. Taiki could only stare in awe, what were these things?!, How they summoned them?!, Whatever the answer he somehow felt like they weren't anything like the demons above.

His eyes drifted from combatant to combatant until they suddenly stopped on Shunnosuke. This boy, he knew him. He had gone to high school with him, they had even personally met in a... Uh... Quite strange occasion.

It felt strange to see him now, the female spirit gracefully battling at his command. When they met the boy had appeared quite vulnerable, weak-willed even. A much different image than the confident hero that he now revealed himself as.

He wanted to help him instantly, but he could not. He wasn't strong like they were. Hell, he had barely managed to survive so far, how was he going to help Shun?, This whole thing was way too big for him to handle...

At that moment the sound of broken glass caught his attention, his head turning just in time to see Adiyna storming the entrance of the building.

Taiki took conscience of his surroundings, he was near the door and no one was paying him any attention...

In a heartbeat, he darted for the door. This child, he had been attacked by those sociopaths and not only hadn't he ran away, he was going after Zachary. He wasn't just anyone.

He knew full well this would be dangerous, but following the boy might be his only shot at learning what was really happening here.

Azami, as someone who hadn't been around for the event, couldn't comprehend what was going on. Analee's staring at Joshua was weird enough on its own right, but then he started talking about some "Primordials" and asked if their attacker was some girl called Ananke. While she had no idea as to what he was talking about, her curiosity had been piqued. Perhaps listening to this conversation would give her some insight into what was going on. If not, well, it couldn't hurt.

Azami is confused. She listens curiously and heeds Joshua's instruction to stand down, but maintains her defensive position just in case this is some kind of trap or trick.

Guarding.

Passives:

Invigorate 3 | Recovers 7 SP on each user turn | Passive | Tier 3

OOC Notes:

Phalanx said I could skip him, so I did so.

You may notice I subtracted 7 SP from my current amount. This is because I made a mistake. Invigorate 3 does not add 7 SP at the end of the turn, but the start of one. Thus I wouldn't receive the 7 SP I had got from it last turn. My bad.

On the inside of the building, Adiyna stopped to look to Taiki with a shake of his head. "Hey man, but sorry you need to get out and run to safety. This is way bigger than both of us," he paused, seeing the futility of his argument. "I guess this IS your world after all. Alright. Come with me, but if you don't have any ability, stay behind me." He said, making his way up the stairs, because the run down building had nothing quicker. They wouldn't be long, but Adiyna would make sure to look behind himself every so often to check if he was following.

The word "Ananke" was familiar to her, but in a way she couldn't understand. She took a few steps towards Joshua, he too someone that seemed so familiar to this woman. But that was simply not possible, they decimated Ananke some time ago. This woman was clearly not him yes? She to Zackary, at a loss for words, and back to him, her expression turning between her murderous intent to almost a longing face. Zackary nodded, and pulled out a communication device. "Do you not understand? This fight is merely a test of her strength! When this revolution is complete, the tyrant Isla will not be able to stand. She plans to destroy the rest of the islands not under her protection, and with the strength of this woman, and several others, we will keep our islands prospering as we take over what remains before it's wiped off of the map!"

After those words, a door on the roof opened, and soon came a young lady that appeared next to Zackary. She looked at the crowd and nodded. The shock on even some of the gang's face proved this was no laughing matter. Anyone who recognized the face of this girl knew what she came from two years ago, and now she was here, summoning a Persona, and her voice echoing into the groups mind, including Analee's.

"Please. You all need to stand down. Zackary wants to speak with you all and avoid the death of you. Understand this and lay down your arms. This was not meant to happen, and neither of us want you both to lay waste to each other. Let this stop and we can discuss this. If you don't stop, I can't guarantee this will go well for you. So again, stand down." The firmness in her voice was stronger, like it came from someone much older than the girl speaking to them. This was eerie to see, and the turn of the next events would depend on the group's decision here and now...

Lune Dalamar...a young girl a victim of the last incident, now nearly an adult, is here now with new power. Why is she here? And what is she doing with Zackary...?

Lune Dalamar:

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Remote View | Allows user to locate, speak with and monitor allies no matter the distance within a dungeon. User can create a virtual "phone call" with their Persona that allows everyone to talk to each other at once. With this, the user can see through their partners eyes, and scan enemies using this method even if they're not in the area.| Passive | Tier 2

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There was no answer from her. Was she trying to act dumb? He couldn't tell. But there was absolutely no way that Ananke could come back. He should've been done for after what Naomi did. So why her? There were so many questions to ask to be answered. And just like two years ago, maybe the flow of questions would never stop. When she took a few steps forward, Joshua was ready to get back into the fight again.

But he took heed to what else Zachary had to say. Isla was the new big bad here? Joshua's own personal biases made him feel not surprised by this development. When has the government ever helped? All it did was become mire in its own complacency and incompetence. It was disgusting. He could almost sympathize with Zach and Standasen, disgustingly. But almost.

Yet it didn't stop there. Joshua noticed the look of shock on many of the populace's faces when this new girl arrived near Zackary. None of this was meant to happen? As much as he wanted to believe her, this felt like bullshit. Screwing around with the supernatural just for the sake of showing off? It was enough for Joshua's head to start boiling... but he wasn't a complete fool.

"Yamato."

The Tainted Persona nodded and disappeared into a plume of red fog which soon dissipated. Soon, even his amber hued eyes returned to normal. He was complying with her for now. But they owed them a thorough explanation on what's happening. Especially information on Rinna.

"You two have a fuckton to explain. And they better be good." Joshua snarled back at her through the mental connection. He was really in no mood for games. Playing around with the supernatural like this with no warning? He was steaming now.

He looked back at the rest of the temporary allies he had and gave a curt nod of thanks to them. They were merely strangers, but he was grateful for them stepping in to help. Especially, that brunette who he still can't seem to remember... but felt like he met before.

"Thanks for the help. There's no need to keep fighting. I'm going up ahead for an explanation. You don't need to come with me if you want. It's up to you," he spoke to them rather tiredly. It would be nice if some of them would come with him. But, it felt safer to have numbers with him.

"I felt like we met before. I can't seem to remember... Sorry. But thanks for stepping in for the support. I appreciate it," he thanked Shunnosuke with a small smile on his face.

With that said, he started to head on over to the building now to run up and reach them with Simon in tow. Joshua gave one last glance back at Analee and then continued to head towards his next destination.

More people coming in by the second... What in the world was going on here...? Things had turned around quite quickly... The name Ananke certainly rang a bell. But wasn't he dead...? Or had something else happened that made Joshua come to that strange conclusion? "Hrm... that would explain the Barrier..." Phalanx said thoughtfully to himself as Zachary explained the situation. Neptune would vanish into the Android's subconscious once again with a light sigh from Phalanx. Really, in his opinion, these islands were better off purged, but he'd play along for now. He wasn't here to make enemies after all... especially now that a supposed enemy of his turned out to be a valuable ally... He'd step up to follow Joshua up towards the tower. This Zachary had better explain his reasonings for this.

What a joke. Was this what prosperity looked like? While this man sat in his tower preaching of ideals and revolution, the masses that adored him so wallowed in the filth and mud. This wasn't what prosperity looked like. A status quo like this... It wasn't worth preserving. His words were hollow. But this was not the only thing he had spoken of. The words that had interested her -- promises of changing the future and pleas to the masses asking them to claim the powers that threatened them for themselves -- those remained fresh in her mind. However, skepticism too remained with her. How could she know that this wasn't just mere rhetoric? How could she know if what he said of Isla's plans was true? The only way to find out, from the looks of it, would be to go meet him herself.

Her eyes scanned the crowd as she silently listened to Lune. For a moment she continued to remain in this state without taking any action. Taking two last looks at the mass of people gathered in the area as she contemplated the request she, with a simple sigh, would toss her shinai to the ground below. With a loud thud it would crash against the floor and vanish in almost an instant as Azami turned her gaze up to the tower in front of her.

"So be it. But if this is a trap, I'm sending that eyesore of a tower crashing to the ground... and you with it."

With the message sent telepathically, Azami would turn to Joshua and nod at him. "I'm coming too. This Zachary wanted to speak to me anyway, so I might as well." She'd respond before heading off to the tower alongside him. As she walked forward however, she'd stop and tilt her head back in Yume's direction. "That panda kid is your target, right? Might as well stick together. Just keep in mind what I said, alright?"

With that, Azami would turn her focus back to her destination and continue onward. She was still irritated at Yume, but there was no point in alienating a potential ally over something that turned out fine in the end.

— ... — This was honestly starting to get too complicate and rather troublesome to Shun. As if the whole plan, whatever plan it is, by Zachary wasn't worth worrying by itself, the intervention of Lune Dalamar made it achieve a whole new level. No, he harbored no personal negative feelings towards Lune...until now. He honestly didn't expect her to be involved somehow, not after what happened to her years before. So, the cute, innocent girl who had some pivotal yet mysterious role for the Primordials ended up being aligned with a crazy dictator who wants to take the islands over. He felt betrayed. After risking his life, he really did feel disgusted. Should he know this was bond to happen in the future, he'd never bother if Lewis offered her soul to Thesis or if she drowned in a lake from an eerie alternate dimension. In fact, that's exactly what should have happened. — Do you remember the time I fought you to save her? Know that I regret that day so much right now, you have no idea... — Shunnosuke muttered to Lewis, his face expressing nothing but his sarcastic displeasure. He said nothing to Lune per se, but he had no qualms in making it obvious she was now on his bad side and he definitely despised the girl greatly.

— If you're against Zachary by any reasons, then it means we're for now on the same side. — His response sounded quite protocolar and business-like to Joshua. Not that he was purposely being harsh to the young man, far from that. It's just he saw no point in acting smile-y after the sudden revelation of Lune. That and he was concerned about what exactly Zachary has to say as an excuse for his tyrannical megalomaniac ambitions. — I won't fall behind. As for you, Lewis... — The Kurosawa changed his attention briefly to the man, as serious as the situation requires him to be. — I disapprove putting you in danger and while I cannot control your actions, it'd make me feel relieved if you opt to turn back now. Find your brother and, mind you, take care of this broken nose as well as your bloodied lip. Just because you were a convict doesn't mean you have to be sloppy. — The last part was Shunnosuke's way of acting humorous...sort of. It was, in the end, up to Lewis. As a newborn Persona user, he could be useful somewhere else. As for him...he'd speed his pace and reach Joshua shortly after, his eyes focused on Zachary's direction like a panther ready to pounce.

"… Safety?, You say safety?", Answered Taiki, "There is no such thing as safety!, Not here not anywhere in this world!", his voice trembled from indignation.

"Those things… They won't stop with Azores, they won't stop at all until they have taken over everything!", he punched the wall in rage, breathing in and out for a few instants before slowly turning towards Adyna "… An you know what's worse…?, In the slim chance the world does not turn into a demon-infested inferno we'll have to live under the boot of some insane, bloodthirsty sociopath like Zachary!…".

He looked down, balling his fists, "Still, you are right. I'm just an ant. Even now I'm alive because it just so happens I got lucky enough not to get killed. Even by having come here I'm pressing that luck… But what else am I to do?… Lie down and die?!", Taiki's head bolted up, fiercely looking Adiyna straight in the eye… And the man's eyes had changed. His left eye's iris pulsated with an eerie yellow flare as a golden XX symbol appeared in the cheekbone next to it. not only that, but the eye itself seemed to release a low thrumming sound from within itself, "No, I refuse!, if I have to die, I'll die trying!".

–CRACK–

A sound not unlike the crunching of bones resonated loud throughout the building and Taiki's expression became both blank and shocked as his head was split open. From his left eye, cracks appeared, quickly making their way throughout the left side of his skull. From in-between the fissures, bright light spilled like a cascade, painting an aurora in the hall. Then it appeared, a geist bearing a golden mask, both there and not as it danced in the light, the blues and blacks of its body dissolving in the radiance.

Take fell to his knees, Looking up to the spirit in stupor, he extended his hands towards it, trying to reach the heavenly entity, yet its ethereal form eluded touch.

"I'm Avicebron, He Who Dreams of Paradise. I am Thou and Thou art-"

The Persona's voice was suddenly cut as it seemed to flicker for a brief instant, "T-t-t-t-", it seemed stuck, a whirling sound quickly growing within it as it trembled "T-T-TUUUUURrrbooOOOO", it exclaimed, and its form seemed to unravel, spiraling inward as energy surged around it.

Suddenly, they weren't in the building anymore. Around them, a city. There was no telling where they were or if they were even in the same time. Everything looked so familiar yet so alien, like this was a world where they were outsiders, a place where they did not belong.

And then, they are back. Avicebron floated weightless as if nothing had happened before vanishing. The light died as the cracks in the man's head disappeared, and everything went quiet.

"…", Taiki's mouth remained agape as he stared where his Persona had been just a few instants ago, "… I… I can't understand…", he finally said, half in awe, half in terror. He didn't even notice more people had come.

For a moment it seemed he'd go catatonic from the trauma, but then he got up, legs wobbling from the effort as he held his head in pain, "… Come on, let's go… There's no time to loose…"

He had given up on understanding. For now, it was time to act.

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Simon wasn't happy to see this. He had heard what happened from the news and his friends. To see her here now was nothing short of astounding. He leaned in to Joshua's ear. "I don't think what we see here is the absolute. Someone like her wouldn't join him, but I guess I don't know her as well as others." he whispered, joining him on the trip up. Lewis on the other hand was just as shocked as Shunnosuke was. He placed a hand on his shoulder gently and shook his head. "Even were it two years, I don't think it's that simple. Just cause she spoke on behalf of him doesn't mean she aligns herself with him. There's more to this, and I'm certain of it." He said to him with conviction. It had been a while since he was so sure of anything, after being locked in his jail cell, but he knew what Lune was like, and he knew what friends she had made through some form or another. He found it difficult, nay impossible to believe that she would simply join someone like him. What would her friend Rinna think? He shook his head in fierce denial, and it never wavered. "I hope you don't think I plan to leave. My brother is probably safe and sound, ignoring all of this. He'll be alright; in the meantime, I have to make up for my crimes in my own way. That's more important." Maybe that wasn't the entire truth; though indeed he hurt Lune those years ago, and he wanted to take it back. However, it wasn't simply by repaying a debt. A part of his heart knew that Lune Dalamar was not this.

Before Azami could take a single step however, a blade appeared in front of her face, and a voice whispered behind her. "Oh, in advance. It's nothing personal, just part of my mission. Gotta make sure this world can't be saved and all☆♡."

The crowd seemed to grow agitated, as Zackary sneered at the woman making a show of itself. She looked at Lune Dalamar, and she nodded and fled out of sight. He looked to Analee, and Analee shook her head. Soon however, Analee would clutch her head. "So, you are one of them. For someone who's supposed to guard all worlds, you're doing a wonderful job on your mission." The woman ignored his words, and focused on Azami. was so close to being complete, but she hardly trusted the man atop. Analee started to back away from the crowd, but her eyes were stuck on Joshua. She didn't head straight into the building, but she stood outside the door. Inside, Adiyna smirked a bit, but he noticed the commotion outside seemed to slow down, and soon pick up as the crowd was beginning to disperse. They knew the plan Zackary told them, but they weren't gonna stay right on top of a brewing fight. They'd of course watch, just from further away. Adiyna grimaced. "Well, maybe you'll get to help. My name's Adiyna, but don't get too comfortable, we're heading up." He said, making a quicker bee line for the top.

Outside, a red-skinned monster appeared behind her, and her eyes began to glow. She was obviously no ordinary woman, but now she was beginning to act, quite unlike Azami saw before. She twisted her body and pushed off, cordoning Azami to her and the rest of the group off to the side. It was clear Azami was her target, and the rest would be completely ignored, if they didn't help her. No other words came from her mouth, and it was clear this was a fight that wasn't going to be easily avoided.

It seems some of them were going to come with him, which was a nice thought. He wasn't going to be alone and Azami coming will likely help him get him some answers about a lot of things. Joshua gave them another grateful nod to them.

"Who is she, Simon? I never heard of her or never seen her before," Joshua asked him for some answers that this time might be granted.

Simon seemed to know this girl, which was unsurprising given he was a citizen of these islands. What connection did he have with her, Joshua would wonder. However, his travel towards Zack would stop upon hearing what YumiAmi☆♡ had to say to Azami. It was a sticky situation. Joshua motioned Simon to stay as well. They can't afford to lose this girl now if Zackary was this interested in her, she could be used as leverage for what he needed from him.

What Zackary said next was something of interest as Joshua's eyes narrowed at the words. Guard? All worlds? Mission? What did they mean? Was there some kind of other party out there involved in this? More unknown things to be concerned about. Either way, he had to deal with this stockings bitch here. Joshua glanced back at Analee who was staying out of this battle. He only gave a silent nod and looked back at Azami and YumiAmi☆♡. Thankfully Azami was finally thrust back to the group which would make things less risky to start fighting. But then again, it looks like combat was unavoidable this time around.

"Mind explaining what you mean by your mission? What exactly are you?" Joshua caught Azami by the shoulder to prevent her by falling back completely to the dirt and helped her on her feet.

Shunnosuke sported something that was close to a smile once Lewis said he would stay. It was a good decision, after all. One extra ally to a tough battle is always welcome. Of course he indeed didn't want to see the Rhodes in danger, but well, he made his choice. That and it was good to see the former convict was indeed a good person, as the young man had always thought. Despite so many wrongs during the course of the Event, this is one thing he actually had right all the time. As for Lune...Shunnosuke definitely saw her with nothing but wrathful eyes. — As you wish. Just make to clean that, afterwards. — He ended the sentence with a mincing gesture pointing to his own lips, referring to the same humorous banter.

As for their opponent... He glared at her in all seriousness. He couldn't make up a plausible conclusion whether this girl was with Zachary or without Zachary, where her moral alignment lies in regards to the gang leader. It didn't matter. If she meant, as an objective, for the world — HIS world — to end, then she found in him an enemy. Unlike Joshua, Shunnosuke was definitely in no mood for conversations. Not with this girl, at least, for his real person of interest was another one. The man behind them. — Nothing personal, but I simply do not want to deal with someone who goes out by daylight wearing stripped socks. Move out of the way, will you? — He was giving at least a chance for her to avoid the battle. In any chance, Astraea was summoned again to the battlefield, swirling her batons and pointing them right at the girl's direction.

Butterfly Shield — Accessory — When the owner gets hit by a Physical attack, the butterfly glows a purple light and deals 50% of the damage back at the opponent. (Owner still takes full, it just does a sort of a recoil damage) The damage can't down the enemy, but can't be resisted, blocked or reflected.

Passives:Human Skill Name: Gathering FirePersona Name: AstraeaTier: Tier 3 (Passive)Cost: None.Type of Damage: None.Description: Increases duration of any enhance skills by 2 extra turns. This way a Matarukaja, which normal duration is 3 turns until the buff runs out, will have an extended duration of 5 turns.

—Weakness Name: Physically Weaker—Description: Shun doesn't practice sports or any labor activity. Having lived an wealthy life where such things were not encouraged at all, his physical abilities are usually weaker than a normal, active teen of the same age. Not that this bothers him... Add this to his inexperience in combat and he's probably doomed if he ever get in the middle of a fight.